Venice to Split Independent Tour 3nts; via Postojna, Ljubljana, Bled, Rovinj & Plitvice (Wednesdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open age Independent Tour. Minimum 2 people.
English-speaking driver for all inter-city transfers.
Sightseeing Tours of Ljubljana and Bled included.
Entrance tickets to Postojna Cave and Plitvice Lakes included.

Combine with a cruise from Split:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/cruises/?departs=Split

Same tour, opposite direction:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/5/split-to-venice-tour-via-istria-and-slovenia-3nts/

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
4 days from Venice, Postojna, Bohinj, Lake Bled, Ljubljana, Rovinj, Pula, Buzet, Motovun, Plitvice Lakes and to Split

INCLUDED:
• 3 nights in double or twin room; hotel taxes
• Luggage assistance at hotels
• Air-conditioned transfers with English-speaking Driver
• All Transfers as per itinerary in air-conditioned car or van (depending on group size)

Meals Included:
• 3 hotel buffet breakfasts
• 3 hotel dinners; without drinks (Day 1 and Day 2; 3-course meals and Day 3; buffet dinner)
• 1 lunch in restaurant; without drinks (Day 1; 3 course)

Sightseeing and Tours Included:
• Istrian Truffle hunt with English-speaking host
• Local English-speaking Guides in National Park Plitvice, Pula, Rovinj, Ljubljana and Bled
• Entrance fees to: National Park Plitvice, Amphitheatre in Pula, Postojna Cave
• Electronic audio-guide in Postojna Cave
• Boat ride on Lake of Bled by pletna boat and entrance to the Church of the Mother of God (weather permitting)

Hotel list:
• Plitvice: Hotel Etno Garden 4star or similar
• Istria: Hotel Vela Vrata 4star or similar
• Bohinj: Eco Hotel Bohinj 4star or similar

NOT INCLUDED:
• Tips and gratuities
• Drinks and meals not listed
• Optional visits and entrances
• Transfers and assistance not mentioned in the program
• Personal costs

# Optional extras:
• add in a hotel in Split and extend your stay
• add on a cruise or island hopper tour

ITINERARY:
Meet the Driver in Mestre area on Wednesday morning around 9am. Please do not be late, as the departure cannot be delayed.

DAY 1: Pick up at Mestre, Venice, then to Postojna, then to BOHINJ, SLOVENIA (L, D)
Early meeting with your driver in Mestre, then embark on a 4 day of land discovery of the pearls of Croatia and Slovenia, ending in Split, the capital of Dalmatia. Depart from Venice towards the fascinating Postojna Cave in Slovenia. Explore the stunning cave formations on an audio tour and enjoy a leisurely lunch. Afterward, head to your hotel in Bohinj area. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Bohinj, Slovenia.
# Included: Lunch in local restaurant
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Entrance Fee to Postojna Cave, including electronic audio-guide

DAY 2: to Bled Lake, then to Ljubljana, then to BUZET, CROATIA (B, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the idyllic lake of Bled. Experience a traditional pletna boat ride to the island church on Lake Bled. Your discovery continues in of Ljubljana, enjoy a guided tour soaking in the city's unique charm. Enjoy free time for lunch on your own and a relaxing walk through Ljubljana's vibrant streets. The afternoon continues in a very authentic Istrian way – get yourself immersed in an exciting truffle hunt in the scenic Livade area. After the hunt, check-in at the hotel and a delightful dinner. Overnight in Buzet, Croatia.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Boat ride on Lake Bled and island church entrance (weather permitting)
# Included: Guided Tour of Ljubljana
# Included: Truffle Hunt in Istria

DAY 3: to Rovinj, then to Pula, then to PLITVICE (B, D)
After breakfast journey to the charming coastal town of Rovinj, a true gem of Istria. Take a guided tour to explore Rovinj's picturesque streets and vibrant atmosphere followed by free time for lunch on your own and a leisurely stroll through this enchanting town. Continue your journey to Pula, where you'll visit the impressive Roman Amphitheatre. After a brief free time in Pula, continue to your hotel in the heart of Plitvice region and enjoy a delicious dinner. Overnight in Plitvice region, Croatia.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Guided tour of Rovinj
# Included: Entrance to Pula Amphitheatre (Colosseum)

DAY 4: Plitvice Lakes Tour, then to SPLIT (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and guided tour of National Park Plitvice. Spend the morning exploring the breathtaking landscapes and cascading waterfalls of Plitvice National Park, enjoying all the shades of green. After the tour, some free time for lunch on your own in the beautiful surroundings.
Arrival to Split in the afternoon.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Entrance Fee to Plitvice Lakes National Park

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
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NB: You might end up with twin beds, even if you request a double.
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